Posts Tagged ‘mission’

Where I am: Zaderaand surrounding villages, Armenia. Today in a sentence: A day of steady ministry – moving from village to village – where quiet conversations, shared meals, and the Word of God continue to strengthen hearts and renew hope. There is a rhythm to these days now. Roads that wind through hills and valleys.Villages…

Where I am: Artashat – Vayk – Zadera Teaching in villages of Armenia Today in a sentence: A full and meaningful day of teaching, travel, and fellowship in the mountain villages of Armenia. Pastor K and Lilit (my interpreter) picked me up early this morning for our drive to Vayk. I’ve traveled this road several…

Where I am: Artashat, Armenia Teaching at a pastor/leader conference today and a village church this evening.  Today in a sentence: A full day of teaching ministry – strengthening leaders and encouraging hearts with the truth that fear does not define our faith. Today was a full and meaningful day of ministry. We began with…

Where I am: Artashat, Armenia Meeting with Belarus representatives today.  Today in a sentence: A meaningful day of conversation, unity, and preparation – reminding me that the Church’s strength is found in shared truth, not divided preferences. At 10:00 a.m., Pastor G and Pastor E arrived, along with two young men, to meet with me.…

Where I am: Artashat, Armenia Meeting Lilit today.  Today in a sentence: A full and meaningful day of preparation, partnership, and reconnecting with my Armenian family. I had a good night’s sleep and awoke to discover that my head cold is improving. Thank You, Lord.  This morning provided a quiet space for study and preparation…

Where I am: Yerevan – Artashat, Armenia Leaving Yerevan for Artashat. Today in a sentence: Reunited with my Armenian family – reminded again that love speaks clearly, even without words. At breakfast this morning, David and Anastasia once again greeted me with kindness. These dear people have become familiar faces over the years, and it…

Where I am: Yerevan, Armenia Worship & Ministry at Pastor Natalia’s church today.  Today in a sentence: A full and meaningful day of worship, ministry, and fellowship – despite a fading voice and weary body. Hovo, Hasmik, and their three small children picked me up at the hotel at 10:00 a.m., and we made our…

Where I am: Yerevan, Armenia  Looking forward to seeing Pastor Natalia and her leaders today. Today in a sentence: After a long day yesterday, I was grateful for a slower morning and meaningful reconnection.  After a full day of travel on Friday, I welcomed a more leisurely start to the morning.  I made my way…

Where I am: Tashkent – Istanbul -Yerevan Closing retreat session in the morning, then travel to Armenia for the next leg of the mission. Today in a sentence: A meaningful close to our retreat in Uzbekistan, followed by a long and humbling day of travel to Armenia.  After checking out of the hotel, we traveled…

Where I am: Tashkent, Uzbekistan Uzbek Pastors/leaders retreat  Today in a sentence: I was up early (6 a.m.) to study and prepare for today’s sessions.  Yesterday’s teaching on fear and faith seem to resonate strongly with our pastors and leaders. Whether we are in Uzbekistan or Arizona, fear is something we all encounter.  There was…